If you’re looking for a quick and flavor-packed dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes, this Garlic Butter Chicken is exactly what you need! Juicy, golden-brown chicken cooked in a rich, garlicky butter sauce—it’s simple yet incredibly delicious. Plus, this recipe is made in just one pan, making cleanup a breeze.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Butter Chicken
✔ Quick & Easy – Ready in 25 minutes with just a handful of ingredients.
✔ One Pan – Fewer dishes, more flavor!
✔ Juicy & Flavorful – Garlic butter makes everything better.
✔ Versatile – Serve with veggies, pasta, or over cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Ingredients & Substitutions
This recipe uses basic ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen:
- Chicken breasts – Boneless, skinless. You can also use chicken thighs for an even juicier option.
- Garlic – Fresh minced garlic for the best flavor.
- Butter – Unsalted, so you can control the salt level.
- Olive oil – Helps get that perfect golden sear.
- Chicken broth – Adds depth to the sauce. You can also use white wine for a more elevated taste.
- Lemon juice – Brightens the dish and balances the richness of the butter.
- Seasonings – Salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning give the chicken bold flavor.
- Fresh parsley – Optional, but adds freshness and color.
How to Make Garlic Butter Chicken
1️⃣ Season the Chicken
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
Chicken steak placed on a wooden tray with bell peppers, tomatoes, red onions, pineapple sauce, lettuce, and sesame seeds
2️⃣ Sear Until Golden
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Man preparing chicken fillet with species for the family dinner
3️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same pan, reduce heat to medium-low and add butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any bits from the pan. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Close-up image of cook adding pepper to cooked dish
4️⃣ Coat & Serve
Return the chicken to the pan, spooning the garlic butter sauce over the top. Simmer for 2 more minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Chicken and vegetables fried or stuffed served on pan on bright background.
Tips for the Best Garlic Butter Chicken
✔ Pound the chicken – If your chicken breasts are thick, pound them to an even thickness for even cooking.
✔ Don’t overcrowd the pan – This ensures a nice golden-brown sear.
✔ Use fresh garlic – It makes a huge difference in flavor!
✔ Deglaze the pan – Scraping up the browned bits from the chicken adds even more depth to the sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth (or white wine)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
2️⃣ Sear the chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat, 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from pan.
3️⃣ Make the garlic butter sauce – melt butter, sauté garlic, then add broth and lemon juice. Simmer.
4️⃣ Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over it, and simmer for 2 minutes.
5️⃣ Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
💡 Serving Ideas: Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a light salad for a complete meal!
Notes
Pair It With: - A crisp green salad with balsamic vinaigrette - Buttery garlic bread - A glass of chilled white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc) This one-pan dinner is simple yet packed with bold flavors—perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Try it tonight, and let us know how it turns out! 🍽✨
